Robots capable of interacting with people, navigating their surroundings autonomously, working in manufacturing and logistics, and providing services at large-scale facilities will be showcased from October 1 to 3 at AI & Digital Bridge 2026 in Astana. The forum will feature a range of Qazbot Technologies models, ranging from humanoid robots to industrial and quadrupedal robotic platforms.
Participation in AI & Digital Bridge 2026 will provide Qazbot Technologies with an opportunity to showcase not only individual robotic solutions, but also the company’s large-scale industrial project.
In August 2026, construction began in Astana on Kazakhstan’s first humanoid robot manufacturing plant, creating more than 150 jobs. Spanning 15,000 square meters, the production and technology complex will bring together localized manufacturing, proprietary engineering solutions, an R&D center, software, and artificial intelligence technologies. The complex will also house the Qaz Data Factory—an infrastructure facility for collecting, preparing, and processing the data required to train robotic systems. Another key focus will be training Kazakhstani engineers and specialists for the emerging technology sector.
At the initial stage, investment is expected to reach approximately US$200 million, with a projected production capacity of up to 5,000 robotic systems per year.
AI & Digital Bridge 2026 will also feature Xiong Jilin, Vice President of AGIBOT PTE. LTD.
AGIBOT is a strategic technology partner of Qazbot Technologies. Today, AGIBOT holds an approximately 47% share of the global humanoid robot shipment market. The company’s technologies are deployed across a range of applications, from human-robot interaction to manufacturing and logistics. Visitors to AI & Digital Bridge 2026 will be able to see some of these capabilities in action.
The scale of AGIBOT’s technological development is also demonstrated by its performance in international competitions. According to the company, at the World Humanoid Robot Games 2026, the AGIBOT team won 46 medals—18 gold, 16 silver, and 12 bronze—finishing first in both the gold-medal tally and the overall medal standings.
Building on the technology and expertise of its strategic partner, Qazbot Technologies is building an independent robotics and artificial intelligence industry in Kazakhstan:
“It is essential for us not merely to bring ready-made technologies to Kazakhstan, but to build local expertise and a complete technological cycle here. We are consistently building our engineering team, developing software and artificial intelligence, localizing manufacturing, and creating infrastructure for further development. Our next objective is to further develop our own solutions and expand into international markets,” said Vladislav Safarov, CEO of Qazbot Technologies.
From Humanoids to Industrial Robotics
Model A2 / A2 Ultra is a full-size humanoid robot designed for human interaction. It recognizes faces and voices, identifies the source of a sound, holds conversations, responds to commands, and helps visitors navigate their surroundings. The A2 Ultra can also navigate autonomously over long distances.
Model X2 / X2 Ultra is a more compact humanoid featuring a human-like gait and high maneuverability. It is capable of recognizing faces and gestures, interacting with people, dancing, and performing complex synchronized movements. The X2 Ultra autonomously plans its route, avoids obstacles, and returns to its charging station.
Robotics is moving beyond human-robot interaction to address specific industrial tasks.
Model G2 is an industrial platform capable of grasping and moving objects, performing precision manipulation, and sorting. Such technologies are designed for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and logistics infrastructure.
Model C5 demonstrates another practical application, an autonomous robot designed for professional cleaning of large spaces. It independently identifies work areas, plans its route, avoids obstacles, performs dry and wet cleaning, and—when used with a special service station—can automatically recharge and perform system maintenance.
For more complex environments, Model D1 is a quadruped robot capable of navigating uneven terrain and areas where wheeled platforms have limited capabilities. It is designed for inspection, facility monitoring, and operation in industrial environments.
AI is stepping out of the computer and into the physical world
This transition is becoming one of the next stages in the evolution of artificial intelligence.
While generative AI has learned to create text, images, videos, and code, embodied AI connects algorithms with physical devices—giving robots the ability to perceive their environment, make decisions, and take action in the real world.
At AI & Digital Bridge 2026, visitors will be able to see how different types of robots move from demonstrations to real-world applications—in service, industry, logistics, and infrastructure.
The participation of AGIBOT Vice President Xiong Jilin in the forum will take this conversation to the global level: where humanoid robotics is heading and how quickly embodied AI is emerging as an independent technology industry.
AI & Digital Bridge 2026 will take place from October 1 to 3 at the EXPO International Exhibition Centre in Astana, serving as the centerpiece international event of AI MONTH. The main theme of the forum is Kazakhstan is the Eurasian AI Hub. The event is held as part of the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Kazakhstan.
On October 1, a special program will feature heads of government agencies, international delegations, and technology industry leaders. Admission is by invitation only. The open program for ticket holders will take place on October 2–3.
The forum headliners are Balaji Srinivasan, Founder of The Network School; Yerzat Dulat, Co-Founder and CTO of Higgsfield AI; and Jamie Beaton, Co-Founder and CEO of Crimson Education.
The organization of AI & Digital Bridge 2026 is made possible through the support of the forum’s partners and sponsors. All forum expenses are covered by sponsorship funds.
Gold Partners: Freedom Bank, Kaspi Bank, Samruk-Kazyna JSC, and Kazakhtelecom JSC. Silver Partner: Halyk Bank.
Business Partner: Beeline Kazakhstan.
Bronze Partner: Yandex Qazaqstan.
Telecom Partner: Freedom Telecom Operations LLP.
Technology Partner: Transtelecom JSC.
Official Airline Partner: Air Astana.
AI & Digital Bridge 2026 is organized by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana Hub, and the Akimat of Astana.
